Title: Vancouver Pride Parade 2022: A Spectacular Celebration Uniting Thousands in Love and Equality
In a vibrant display of colors and unity, downtown Vancouver was transformed into a jubilant hub as hundreds of thousands of supporters converged for the 46th annual Vancouver Pride Parade, Canada’s oldest celebration of the LGBTQ2+ community. The parade, which kicked off at the intersection of Davie and Denman Streets, snaked its way through the West End on Beach Avenue and Pacific Street, culminating in a lively festival near B.C. Place.
This year’s route, introduced last year, was not only longer but also flatter and wider to enhance accessibility for individuals with mobility challenges, a move spurred by a 2019 accessibility consultation. From noon to 3 p.m., the event was a spectacle of colorful floats, upbeat music, captivating performances, exuberant marchers, and cheering spectators.
Among the sea of attendees were first-time parade-goers Dan Morris and his daughter Roxie, who journeyed from Abbotsford, B.C. to partake in the festivities. “We are here to celebrate love and everybody being equal and all of their rights,” said Morris, encapsulating the spirit of the parade. Roxie, at 14 years old, expressed her sheer joy, remarking, “Finally this year, it’s magical… [Feels] absolutely amazing, I almost started crying earlier.”
For Kerstin Holzmueller and her family, attending the parade has become a beloved tradition. “We love pride. We come every year,” shared Holzmueller, emphasizing the inclusivity and joy that Pride embodies. Despite the celebratory atmosphere, some attendees stressed the importance of ongoing advocacy efforts. “There is a lot more safe spaces that need to be created, events geared solely for them,” pointed out Jay Cherie.
This year, the Vancouver Pride Society went beyond the parade, hosting a Queer Rights Summit to tackle the challenges faced by queer communities locally and globally. The summit provided a platform for the community to strategize on how to amplify minority voices and advocate for change.
In a surprise appearance, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a brief stop at the festivities, adorned in a black T-shirt with a rainbow-colored feather, grey pants, and black running shoes. Trudeau, who had previously attended the city’s pride parade in 2016 and 2018, walked through the city’s West End, engaging with attendees and taking selfies.
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In a vibrant display of colors and unity, downtown Vancouver was transformed into a jubilant hub as hundreds of thousands of supporters converged for the 46th annual Vancouver Pride Parade, Canada’s oldest celebration of the LGBTQ2+ community. The parade, which kicked off at the intersection of Davie and Denman Streets, snaked its way through the West End on Beach Avenue and Pacific Street, culminating in a lively festival near B.C. Place.
This year’s route, introduced last year, was not only longer but also flatter and wider to enhance accessibility for individuals with mobility challenges, a move spurred by a 2019 accessibility consultation. From noon to 3 p.m., the event was a spectacle of colorful floats, upbeat music, captivating performances, exuberant marchers, and cheering spectators.
Among the sea of attendees were first-time parade-goers Dan Morris and his daughter Roxie, who journeyed from Abbotsford, B.C. to partake in the festivities. “We are here to celebrate love and everybody being equal and all of their rights,” said Morris, encapsulating the spirit of the parade. Roxie, at 14 years old, expressed her sheer joy, remarking, “Finally this year, it’s magical… [Feels] absolutely amazing, I almost started crying earlier.”
For Kerstin Holzmueller and her family, attending the parade has become a beloved tradition. “We love pride. We come every year,” shared Holzmueller, emphasizing the inclusivity and joy that Pride embodies. Despite the celebratory atmosphere, some attendees stressed the importance of ongoing advocacy efforts. “There is a lot more safe spaces that need to be created, events geared solely for them,” pointed out Jay Cherie.
This year, the Vancouver Pride Society went beyond the parade, hosting a Queer Rights Summit to tackle the challenges faced by queer communities locally and globally. The summit provided a platform for the community to strategize on how to amplify minority voices and advocate for change.
In a surprise appearance, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a brief stop at the festivities, adorned in a black T-shirt with a rainbow-colored feather, grey pants, and black running shoes. Trudeau, who had previously attended the city’s pride parade in 2016 and 2018, walked through the city’s West End, engaging with attendees and taking selfies.
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